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One of Bangkok's most popular Italian restaurants, Biscotti at Anantara Siam, was relaunched last month after an extensive renovation.

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Democrats bleed members, but staunch supporters remain confident

Thailand's oldest political party is seeing more members wave it goodbye, but nothing can shake supporters' confidence their leader can rise to be the next prime minister.

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Early election could doom Prayut, say analysts

The country’s embattled prime minister will hold talks with party leaders in his ruling coalition Thursday as he seeks to control growing divisions that could lead to early elections later this year – which analysts say are likely to produce an unfavourable result for the establishment.

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Police impound drug assets in raids on 20 properties

Police impounded assets and arrested six people during raids in Bangkok and Pathum Thani aimed at suppressing online sales of illegal drugs on Thursday morning.

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Bangkok governor to run for election

Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang, who was appointed, has made it clear for the first time that he will contest the city elections in May in a bid to retain his job, as an independent candidate.

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Steeped in tradition

Sitting on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, the Samphanthawong district is home to a large Chinese community and the Sampheng neighbourhood, which once functioned as Bangkok's primary commercial core. Browsing around, visitors can see historic Chinese shrines with striking architecture nestled among clusters of classic shophouses, transporting visitors…

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Aswin set to quit in bid for 2nd term

Pol Gen Aswin Kwanmuang may step down as Bangkok governor next week to prepare his candidacy for a second term in office, according to a source at City Hall.

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Betong flights cancelled for lack of interest

Nok Air cancelled its new Bangkok-Betong flights on Wednesday and Friday due to lack of passengers, promised refunds for the few tickets sold and suspended the service.

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A city blind to half of its population

At the end of 2021, Bangkok had 5.52 million residents -- 53% of whom (2.93 million) are women.

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At the crossroads of history

In a career than spans three decades, photojournalist Vinai Dithajohn has risked his life covering several coups and protest movements mostly using Democracy Monument as a vantage point. An exhibition of some his most harrowing shots and others that humanise protesters and police officers alike is currently on display at…

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Come witness Australian culture through comics

The Australian embassy presents "Australian Comics – Promoting Culture Through Visual Story Telling", a brand-new exhibition showcasing the best and most original comic art from Down Under, at the Gallery, 3rd floor of Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, Pathumwan intersection, until March 27.

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Prayut concerned over Russia-Ukraine conflict on Apec summit

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has expressed concern over the Russian war against Ukraine that may affect the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit in Bangkok.

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Bangkok allows drinking at meetings, banquets until 11pm

Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang has signed an order allowing participants in meetings and banquets to drink alcoholic beverages until 11pm, further easing Covid-19 controls.

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Aswin pledges an end to city floods

The Bangkok governor on Monday boasted that an end is in sight to the capital's chronic annual flood problems with the construction of a second pair of underground water banks set to be completed within the next two years.

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Merging art with history

The Sam Yan and Suan Luang areas -- charming districts in the heart of Bangkok -- are filled with delicious Asian food and the Chinese-Thai way of life. Over the years, each identity and element of the cultures in this community have been passed on to the new generation.

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The craic was 90

Bangkok's resident Irish music expert Prof Mick Moloney recently journeyed back to his old stomping ground in New York to perform with his musical mates at the annual Irish Heritage Concert at St Patrick's Cathedral. The concert is held each year to celebrate St Patrick's Day. This year it was…

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Bangkok, Pattaya polls set for May 22

The people of Bangkok and Pattaya will to vote for new city chiefs and councillors on May 22.

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Betong airport opened by PM

The new airport at Betong in Yala province was formally opened to commercial services on Monday by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, who arrived from Bangkok on the inaugural flight.

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Man with a vision barely dimmed

Sakoltee Phattiyakul has thrown his hat in the ring for the Bangkok governor election race, with a pledge to build a better capital for residents.

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Pol Gen Aswin will run in city governor poll, his supporters say

There is a strong possibility that Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang will seek to return to office and compete in the election later this year, according to the Rak Krung Thep group.

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"Time and Space Asset" an innovative brand with a promise to bring residents a high quality of life

Time and Space Asset—an innovative brand born from the synergy of a leading real estate company, top architects, financiers and investors—announces its first project launch: “Sol Residence.“ This innovative project builds on a unique creative strategy to deliver an iconic residence that promises “a high quality of life.” The 1.6-billion-baht…

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BOI to host ‘BCG Startup Investment Day’ to help startups access capital

Ms Duangjai Asawachintachit, Secretary-General of the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI), together with Dr Pun-Arj Chairatana, Director of the National Innovation Agency (NIA), and Mr Sarun Sutuntivorakoon, President of the Thai Venture Capital Association (TVCA), announced on 10 March 2022 “BCG Startup Investment Day” organised by the BOI and NIA.…

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53 illegal job seekers arrested on bus

Highway Police arrested 53 illegal Myanmar migrants found aboard a Bangkok-bound bus on a highway in Ayutthaya province early on Thursday.

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Sira 'to face criminal suit by EC' over poll

The Election Commission (EC) has decided to file a criminal suit against Sira Jenjaka, a former Palang Pracharath Party MP for Bangkok, in connection with a previous conviction of fraud, says a source in the EC.

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Cabinet gives nod to polls in city, Pattaya

The cabinet has greenlighted both the Bangkok governor election and the Pattaya City mayor and member polls with dates likely set for May 29, according to a source close to the matter.

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